Year 5 Teacher (Upper Primary)

Al Fanar School — Year 5 Teacher (Upper Primary)

Al Fanar School is a British curriculum school in Nad Al Sheba, Dubai, licensed by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority.

The role

We are looking for a Year 5 Teacher to join our Primary team. You will lead your own class, plan and deliver the English National Curriculum across the core and foundation subjects, and work as part of an upper primary team in a school that is still growing.

What we are looking for

• A Bachelor's degree, plus a recognised teaching qualification — BEd, PGCE, PGDE or QTS

• At least two years' teaching experience, with Key Stage 2 experience essential

• Confidence teaching the full primary curriculum, and strength in either English or Mathematics

• A commitment to safeguarding and to the wellbeing of children

All qualifications must be attested to UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs level. Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) equivalency is required for the degree, and for the teaching qualification, in order to obtain a KHDA teaching permit. Candidates bear the cost of attestation and equivalency of their own qualifications.

What we offer

• UAE residence visa, labour card and Emirates ID sponsored by the school, at the school's cost

• DHA-compliant medical insurance, funded by the school

• Annual air ticket allowance after twelve months of service

Safeguarding

Al Fanar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks, including police clearance certificates from the country of nationality, any country of residence in the preceding five years, and the United Arab Emirates, and references covering the two most recent employments.

To apply

Send your CV and a covering letter to View email address on tes.com . Applications close on 15 September 2026. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.